Inpixon Swarm UWB

Ultra-Wideband Radio and Sensor Module for RTLS

The Inpixon Swarm UWB (formerly swarm bee ER) is an enhanced resolution, wireless UWB module that delivers precise real-time location information. Concurrent wireless data communication makes it easy to coordinate a swarm of independent radio nodes.

Ideal for short range applications requiring very precise and reliable distance or location information, the Inpixon Swarm UWB provides centimeter-level indoor positioning accuracy up to a 50-meter range.

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Key Benefits

Versatile

Operate as a stand-alone for lowest possible cost or with an external host controller for additional item intelligence.

3 in 1

Radio module with transceiver, MCU and RF front end.

Fast Time-To-Market

Easy-to-use API speeds up development and facilitates application development.

Inpixon Swarm UWB Highlights

Tag-Ready Design

With built in on-board microcontroller unit (MCU), ultra-wideband RF transceiver, 3D accelerometer and temperature sensors, the Inpixon Swarm UWB module drastically cuts the time-to-market. Just add a battery, antenna and housing, and it is market ready. It also comes with a complete API command set eliminating firmware implementation needs.

Communication

Range and distance measurements are derived via the Inpixon Swarm UWB’s module to module direct ranging feature, without the need for additional infrastructure. The module also enables autonomous time-of-flight (ToF) ranging, anchor-based time difference of arrival (TDoA) tracking and concurrent wireless communication of sensor data based on the ultra-wideband standard.

Power Output

The Inpixon Swarm UWB features an internal power supply and allows for the direct connection to a 3.6-volt LiPo battery or 5-volt USB. The radio module also features a variable power density between -62 to -32 dBm/MHz and conserves energy with energy saving modes to extend battery life.

Over-The-Air

Configurable wirelessly, the Inpixon Swarm UWB module can be managed over-the-air (OTA). This allows for entirely autonomous operation without a host controller.

Evaluation Dev Board

Looking to explore how our Inpixon Swarm UWB module can help you build custom RTLS hardware for precise locationing performance? The Inpixon Swarm UWB Dev Board gives you the tools to kickstart your evaluation of prospective development projects. The classic breakout board that allows users to easily experience all the functionalities of our Swarm UWB module via full configurability, GPIO ports, LEDs, antennas and jumpers, as well our ready-to-use Swarm API. It helps users to envision and develop ideas for their custom hardware projects and get familiar with our UWB-based module.

Technical Specifications

Key Frequency Bands

6 bands with fc from 3.5 to 6.5 GHz

Data Rates

110 kbps, 850 kbps, 6.8 Mbps

TOA Capture Resolution

< 0.33 ns

Ranging Distance

50 m

RF Output Power Density

-62 to -35 dBm/MHz

Transmit Power Density

-41.3 dBm/MHz

RF Sensitivity @ 110 Kbps¹

-100 dBm typ.

RF sensitivity @ 6.8 Mbps¹

-90 dBm typ.

RF Interface

50 Ω RF port (for external antenna)

Host Interface (UART)

115 kbps to 2 Mbps

Power Supply

3.3 V – 5.5 V

Active Power Consumption TX

max. 90 mA

Active Power Consumption RX

max. 150 mA

Power Consumption in Sleep Mode

6.5 mA (transceiver disabled, all peripherals on)

Power Consumption in Snooze Mode

max. 7 µA (transceiver disabled, all peripherals off, wake-up by timer)

Power Consumption in Nap Mode

20 µA - max. 500 µA (peripherals configuration dependent)

Power Consumption in Deep-Sleep Mode

< 1 µA (device completely disabled)

Operating Temperature Range

-30 ∼ 85 °C

Dimensions

40 x 24 x 3.5 mm

¹ Mode Dependent

The Inpixon Swarm Chirp RTLS sensor module set to scale against a 1 EURO coin Dimensions 40 x 24 x 3.5 mm

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